Job Title: Packaging Quality Technologist
Function: Packaging
Join Our Innovative Packaging Team
Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team that drives innovation and excellence in packaging? Join us to lead packaging trials for core products and new launches, drive cost-saving initiatives, and take the lead on Gluten Free projects, making a real impact on our products and the market.
This role requires flexibility and willingness to travel across the UK to support packaging trials at various sites.
About Us
Be part of a historic family organization with 149 years of heritage, providing staple products that feed our nation. We are proud of our brand and heritage, and we invite you to join the team behind our renowned products.
The Role
1. Support projects by implementing new packaging for launches, focusing on Gluten Free products.
2. Build and maintain positive relationships with project and site teams, ensuring consistent positive feedback.
3. Conduct and attend packaging trials, ensuring material availability and robust testing programs.
4. Communicate effectively with bakery stakeholders.
5. Manage incidents affecting bakery performance, especially for Gluten Free packaging, ensuring quick resolution.
6. Keep suppliers informed of issues.
7. Provide on-site packaging expertise and training, ensuring standards are met across all sites.
8. Gather and submit data for legal and customer reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
9. Support packaging specifications, maintain samples, and ensure proper checks for new product launches.
Minimum Requirements
* Experience in packaging technology or related roles.
* Progress towards or possession of IOP/IOM3 Packaging Technology diploma or industry equivalent.
* Knowledge of BRC 9 Audit requirements.
* Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Operational Excellence.
* Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, machinery, H&S/food safety, and food contact regulations.
* Commercial awareness of customer requirements.
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
* Proficiency in relevant IT software.
* Willingness to travel across the UK.
* Full UK Driving License.
Additional Benefits
Enjoy benefits such as a company car, profit share, extra annual leave options, life assurance, product discounts, personal development support, access to delicious products, and health and wellbeing programs.
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